Navigating Nude Lipsticks

Welcome ladies, to another blog post here at Makeup Queens. Today, we're diving into the world of nude lipsticks. It’s one of the go-to choices in lip makeup for a natural everyday look, and can truly enhance the beauty of every woman, as long as it is correctly picked and applied. They say, nude lipsticks are safe, but let me tell you, they are anything, but that. Picking the right shade requires understanding your skin tone, and we will navigate this together.

Understanding Skin Tones

Let's begin our journey into the world of nude lipsticks by understanding skin tones, an essential first step towards finding your perfect nude lipstick. Contrary to popular belief, skin tone does not just mean being fair, tan or dark. It's more about understanding the underlying colors of your skin which can be predominantly warm, neutral, or cool.

A quick tip, look at the veins in your wrist. If they appear more blue or purple, you have cool undertones, more green indicates warm undertones and if there is a mix of both, you have neutral undertones. Knowing this will ensure you choose the right lipstick color to enhance your natural features and make your lip makeup outstanding.

Another tip, your skin tone can change, based on various factors including your exposure to the sun. So it is always good to have an assortment of shades to fit your changing tones.

Choosing the Perfect Nude

Now that we’ve established skin tones, let’s talk about choosing that perfect nude lipstick. For people with cool undertones, nude lipsticks with subtle hints of pink are ideal. If you fall into the warm undertone category, lipsticks with a slight touch of coral or golden hues will compliment you the most.

People with neutral undertone are the lucky ones as most nude shades tend to flatter them. However, a safe option is to go for a universal nude shade with the slightest hint of pink to enhance your naturally beautiful lips. Each product review you read for nude lipsticks will likely bring up undertones, so bear this in mind.

Remember, the lipstick color may appear different on your lips than it does in the tube or swatch due to the natural color of your lips. The trick is to find a shade that is either the same shade or one or two shades darker than your natural lip color.

Application Tips for Nude Lipstick

Application plays a massive role in how your nude lipstick looks on you. Start off by exfoliating your lips to remove any dead skin. The smoother your lips, the better the product will apply and appear. Use a lip liner that matches your nude lipstick or your natural lip color. This will help outline your lips, give them a defined shape and prevent your lipstick from bleeding.

A great makeup tip while using nude lipstick is to do a bold eye or cheek. This will balance out your makeup and will prevent you from looking washed out. Always carry your lipstick with you, as nude lipsticks generally require frequent touch-ups.

Lastly, always remember, makeup is meant to enhance your natural beauty, and there are no hard and fast rules. So, experiment with different shades and finishes to find out what suits you the best.

That's our rundown on nude lipsticks. It’s not as simple as it seems, right? The perfect nude lipstick can surely make a difference in your makeup game. Remember, the key is understanding your undertones and not being afraid to experiment. Embrace the nudes and create your own signature look! Stay Beautiful!